Is Decatur or Southfield Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Southfield is safer than Decatur (Safety Score 21/100 vs 21/100), with a total crime rate of 2,913 per 100,000 versus 2,916 for Decatur — 0% lower. Decatur has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Southfield has a 84% lower rate.
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Decatur, AL
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Decatur | Southfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,915.5 | 2,913.0 | +2.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 606.7 | 493.0 | +113.7 |
| Murder Rate | 8.5 | 1.3 | +7.2 |
| Rape Rate | 54.7 | 59.6 | -5.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 44.4 | 39.8 | +4.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 499.0 | 392.3 | +106.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,308.9 | 2,420.0 | -111.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 193.1 | 405.6 | -212.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,833.8 | 1,467.1 | +366.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 282.0 | 547.4 | -265.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Decatur or Southfield safer?
Southfield is safer with a total crime rate of 2,913 per 100K vs 2,916 for Decatur — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Decatur has a violent crime rate of 606.7 per 100K while Southfield has 493.0. Southfield has lower violent crime.
About Decatur, AL
Decatur, "The River City," sits on the Tennessee River in Morgan County. This North Alabama city, historically a railroad hub, is now home to a diverse population of over 55,000 residents. With a safety score of 21/100 and a population coverage of 58,514, Decatur has a total crime rate of 2,915.5 per 100,000 residents.
About Southfield, MI
Southfield, a Detroit suburb, is home to the landmark "Golden Triangle" of office buildings. Its diverse population has grown significantly since the mid-20th century, with many residents commuting to neighboring communities. With a safety score of 21/100 and a population coverage of 75,454, Southfield has a total crime rate of 2,913.0 per 100,000 residents.